IT Systems Specialist

Your responsibilities

This position combines infrastructure development (~40%) with user-oriented IT support (~10%) in a heterogeneous scientific environment.

Initial fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension and increased workload.

IT Infrastructure & Systems (primary focus)

• Maintain, develop, and improve workstations, servers, and scientific instrument computers (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• Support and further develop network connectivity in coordination with central IT services of the University
• Manage and support virtualization and container-based environments
• Ensure and contribute to system reliability (backup, updates, monitoring)

Support & Operations (limited scope), in collaboration with additional IT support personnel

• Provide user-oriented IT support (analysis, prioritization, and resolution of issues)
• Act as a local interface to central IT services (1st and 2nd level support)

Coordination & Projects

• Contribute to IT security, asset management (GLPI), and system documentation
• Support web and digital services (updates, access, and content workflows)
• Assist with procurement and lifecycle management of hardware and software
• Collaborate closely with researchers, lab managers, and administration

Your profile

• Training in IT / computer science or equivalent professional experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows, macOS, and Linux environments
• Solid understanding of networking, virtualization, and container technologies
• Experience in troubleshooting complex IT infrastructures (hardware and software)
• Structured, service-oriented, and proactive working style
• Strong communication skills in German and English
• Experience in a scientific or academic environment is an asset

We offer

• A varied and responsible role in a leading international research institute
• Opportunity to shape and strengthen IT infrastructure in a scientific environment
• Exposure to advanced research workflows and scientific instrumentation